The Property Tax Protest Process
Simple. Transparent. Proven to Save You Money.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many firms focus on quick adjustments based primarily on the appraisal district's own data. Larger firms, in particular, often rely on standardized inputs and uniform valuation models that are applied the same way across properties and appraisal districts.
At HomeTax®, we take a more comprehensive approach. We develop independent, market-supported evidence designed to support the lowest defensible appraised value, and we prepare each case with the full protest process in mind. That includes accounting for the specific valuation methodology, data structure, and practices used by each appraisal district.
This approach often requires more work, but it allows us to address property-specific nuances and pursue stronger positions when the data supports it, rather than stopping at the first acceptable outcome.
Texas property owners have the right to protest their appraised value.
Whether a protest is worthwhile depends on market conditions, comparable sales, and your current assessment, which is exactly what we evaluate for you.
In Texas, the protest deadline is generally May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal district mails your Notice of Appraised Value, whichever is later.
Deadlines vary by county and property type. Our team tracks all applicable deadlines and ensures your protest is filed strategically and on time, always before the deadline. You don't need to manage any filings or paperwork. We handle the process from start to finish.
There are no upfront costs to get started.
Our fee is 25% of the tax savings we secure. If we don't reduce your taxes, you pay nothing.
Your savings are based on the reduction from your original appraised value to the final appraised value we achieve, multiplied by your most recent available tax rate.
We only get paid if there is a real, measurable reduction in your property taxes.
No. We represent you through informal and formal hearings and handle all communication with the appraisal district.
You never need to appear or take time off work.
Signing up takes about two minutes. We only need your property address and authorization to represent you.
Additional details, photos, or documentation are optional and can be submitted later if you choose.
Yes. Once enrolled, we manage your property tax protest annually so your value is reviewed and challenged as market conditions change.
If your taxes are escrowed, the lower value is sent to the tax office and reflected in your mortgage account.
In most cases, this results in a refund, an escrow credit, or a lower future escrow payment, depending on your lender.
Yes. Homestead and other exemptions work alongside the protest process.
If you haven't filed an exemption you're eligible for, we'll let you know.